Two Years After October 7: Gaza's Lingering Wounds and Israel's Shifting Security Landscape

October 7, 2025, marks two years since the groundbreaking attack that paved the way for a new generation of the Israel-Gaza war. It reminds us of the devastation, resistance, and shifting currents of the area.

In Israel, the trauma of the 2023 assault remains fresh. Border areas around Gaza are yet to heal, and heightened security has reshaped daily life. Psychological scars for survivors and displaced households are profound, and several are yet to deal with trauma and bereavement.

Gaza, however, is beset by a humanitarian crisis. Infrastructure remains battered, and basic services are unavailable. The economy applies hardship to the people, mobility is curbed, and hope vanishes. Recovery, although supported through foreign assistance, is slow and uneven.

There has been questioning of the leadership of Hamas. Internal strife and declining military strength have questioned its future position. Nevertheless, sporadic rocket fire and border tensions persist, highlighting the fragile ceasefire together with the instability of the region.

On the anniversary, a projectile reportedly was shot towards Israel, fueling fresh fears of escalation. There were no reported casualties, but the incident is a reminder of the long-standing instability and the necessity of ongoing diplomatic attempts.

In reflecting on the past two years, the path ahead remains unclear. Peace, accountability, and reconstruction calls echo across borders, but political complexities and deep-seated grudges remain obstacles to progress.